Meet the team
Becky
Manager
In 2009 when my own children were younger, Phoebe and Dexter, who are now grown up, I was struggling with the workload of having children and working full time.
This is where I had the idea to set up childminding from home and where Little Sprouts began. Over the years Little Sprouts has expanded and became too big for my home so I went in search of new bigger premises.
Over the years I have attended and trained in a number of courses and I hold a NVQ level 3 in childcare. I hold a current Paediatric First Aid certificate. I have also attended Designated Safeguarding Lead training. When I’m not working I love spending family time with my husband Richard and our children and my first granddaughter, Savanah, going on walks together. I also have a passion for running and have completed lots of different races including full and half marathons.
Lucy
Deputy Manager
I have worked in childcare since 2003, I have worked up from completing my Level 2 NVQ, to currently holding a Level 4 NVQ in childcare.
Before working at Little Sprouts Nursery I worked at another nursery, where I completed all my training. I have attended the Designated Safeguarding Lead training and hold a current Paediatric First Aid certificate.
When I’m at home I enjoy spending time with my daughter, Frankie and my partner. I also love spending time with my Springer Spaniel, George, taking him on long walks. Hobbies I enjoy at home are to cross stitch and jigsaws.
Phoebe
Room Leader
I started working at Little Sprouts in 2018, I completed my advance Level 3 in childcare in 2019, building on my experience since then.
I have also attended various training courses including Designated Safeguarding Lead and Paediatric First Aid.
When I’m not working I spend time with my little girl Savanah and partner, we like to go out on family days out.
Ruth
Childcare Practitioner
Before working at Little Sprouts, I have gain 18 years experience working with children. This started in holiday camps across Europe and then in a nursery and most recently as a nanny for a family in London for 10 years.
I have a level 3 BTEC National Diploma in childcare.
When I am not at Little Sprouts, I love spending time with my family, walking my dog in the woods and spending time with friends.
Kyra
Childcare Practitioner
I have worked in Early Years since leaving college in 2017. During my time at college I gained some experience in a year 1 class for a year and 2 years work experience with a childminder. Before working at Little Sprouts, I worked in 2 previous pre-school settings where I have developed my professional development and experience.
I currently hold a Level 3 in childcare and have attended many training courses including Safeguarding Lead Practitioner, Paediatric First Aid, Communication Hubs and Extending Children’s Learning through rich and stimulating small world and role play.
When I’m not a Little Sprouts I enjoy spending time with my partner and daughter Lulu and going out for walks and holidays in our caravan. I also enjoy going to car shows and watching my partner drag race.
Ella
Childcare Practitioner Apprentice
I started working at Little Sprouts, after I had finished sixth form. I am currently an apprentice working towards the level 3 Early Years Educator role.
I currently hold a paediatric first aid certificate and have attend basic safeguarding training.
When I am away from Little Sprouts, I enjoy reading and spending time with my younger siblings. I also like spending time with my parrots, teaching them new tricks.
Pam
Cook
I have been a Chef now for 32 years, working in various places, ranging from hotels, pubs, schools, nursing homes, cafes and the National Trust.
I have always enjoyed cooking and have gained many qualifications along the way, some of these in teaching cookery and nutrition. I currently hold a level 2 in Food Hygiene.
In the past I volunteered for Sheringham brownies for 10 years as a guider and took part in many activities and pack holidays, away with the girls.
In my spare time I love to go to gigs and music festivals with my husband and walk our dog.